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Physics of Contact and Adhesion with application to biological systems – ICTP Colloquium

30.08.2019 TriboNet

A talk by Professor Bo Persson on contact mechanics and adhesion in biological systems. Abstract: One of the weakest forces in nature is the van der Waals interaction which acts between all atoms and solids. […]

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Triboelectric Nanogenerators with Direct Current

22.07.2019

Concerns surrounding the sustainability of our environment continue to receive close attention around the world. Global citizens look for new technology to provide them with improved creature comforts while, at the same time, technology that [...]
Percolation in Static Seals

20.12.2021

It might seem weird to talk about percolation through static seals in a Tribological context. After all, they are static: there is no rubbing, no tribos. However, there is much to learn about percolation through [...]
Macro and Nano-tribology of Carbon nano tubes

09.07.2024

Table of Contents IntroductionMacroscale Tribology of CNTsNanoscale Tribology of CNTsReference Introduction Macro-tribology focuses on the study of friction and wear at a large scale, typically involving macroscopic systems and components. In contrast, nanotribology is concerned [...]
How glycation influence lubrication in Nature

26.11.2024

Table of Contents IntroductionTribology of glycated systemHydration lubricationReference Introduction Glycation of proteins is a natural process that enhances bio lubrication at soft-to-hard tissue interfaces which is crucial for biological surfaces like the oral cavity, eyes, [...]
Tribology of gears

01.05.2023

Table of Contents Factors affecting gear tribologyProblems with Gear TribologyGear wear monitoringReference Introduction Gears are the mechanical transmission elements that are toothed to transfer the motion and power between any mechanical components. They are widely [...]

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Physics of Contact and Adhesion with application to biological systems – ICTP Colloquium

i-TRIBOMAT: The European Tribology Centre

Rtec Instruments

ForceBoard

Falex Tribology

NANOVEA

IAM-I 1st General Assembly

ANTHOS 2025

The Gasket & Seals Show 2025

European Coatings Show 2025

25th International Conference on Wear of Materials (WOM 2025)

Triboelectric Nanogenerators with Direct Current

Percolation in Static Seals

Macro and Nano-tribology of Carbon nano tubes

How glycation influence lubrication in Nature

Tribology of gears